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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Carla abandon her car in the street on her way to Mantini's shop?
(a) Because of the traffic.
(b) Because of a flat tire.
(c) Because she ran out of gas.
(d) Because the radiator overheated.

2. How long had Ben been living in Tripoli before sending for Carla?
(a) Twelve months.
(b) Nine months.
(c) Six months.
(d) Three months.

3. What religion does Mantini follow in the text?
(a) Hinduism.
(b) Christianity.
(c) Judaism.
(d) Buddhism.

4. When Carla thinks about divorcing Ben, what does she tell him he can have custody of?
(a) Their children.
(b) Their pain.
(c) Their dog.
(d) Their past.

5. How does Carla react to the idea of marrying Mantini?
(a) She does not think Mantini would ever ask her.
(b) She is excited at the possibility.
(c) She thinks it would be too complicated.
(d) She is terrified that Ben would never allow it.

Short Answer Questions

1. After returning from town, what possession of Carla's does Mantini find?

2. How does Ben react to the watcher's request in exchange for watching his car?

3. Which of the following scented items does Mantini scrub into Carla's skin?

4. How long did Ben stay with Carla in Tripoli before taking an assignment abroad?

5. At the time of the novel, how long has Lucia been dead?

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